Aircraft Security / Baggage Handler

Aircraft Security / Baggage Handler - SFO Airport

PrimeFlight Aviation Services provides major airlines and airports with the ground handling services, aircraft services, and terminal services necessary for the safe and reliable operation of aircraft and the comfort and enjoyment of passengers. Through our national footprint, proprietary transition process, and executive leadership composed of industry veterans, we've earned a solid foundation and track record of providing exceptional, value-driven airline services. Whether it's total handling or individual services, PrimeFlight has the right mix of service breadth and executional expertise to meet the ever-changing needs of our customers.

Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you!

Perks of the job :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Growth potential

Part-time benefits could vary

Why work for PrimeFlight?

• We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry
• Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect
• With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression
• Enjoy a competitive pay scale

About Us

• We perform a wide range of airport support services globally on behalf of commercial airlines. Join us for a rewarding career in the aviation industry!

Responsibilities

This role handles varying responsibilities as Aircraft Security Agent and Baggage Handler. In the role of Aircraft Security, you will guard secured areas of the airport, which includes entrances to aircraft. Inquiry to suspicious individuals and detailed observation is required. As our Baggage Handler, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the timely, efficient, and safe handling of passenger luggage from check-in to aircraft loading and vice versa. You will be involved in loading and unloading baggage from conveyor belts and aircraft, ensuring that luggage is handled with care and sorted accurately according to flight destinations.

What It's Like To Work As A Aircraft Security Agent And Baggage Handler

• Guard the jet bridge to the aircraft ensuring no unauthorized entrance
• Abide by all airport and security rules and regulations in challenging suspicious individuals and those not wearing an unescorted SIDA identification badge
• Load and unload passenger luggage
• Operate baggage handling equipment such as conveyor belts and trolleys
• Sort and route baggage to the correct flight and carousel
• Ensure timely delivery of baggage to and from aircraft
• Complete any incident reports with accuracy
• You have a great attention to detail
• You enjoy working with a team or individually to accomplish your tasks
• Physical activity may include :
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift at least 70 pounds
• Must bend, twist, stoop and reach
• Must stand and walk for long periods of time
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms generated by terminal environment
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may become high at various times. Employee must be willing to wear / utilize company-supplied personal protective equipment (hearing protection) to mitigate their noise exposure

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years old
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to lift 70 pounds or more
• Ability to work in an a physically demanding outdoor environment
• Ability to read, write and communicate in the English language, this includes documents
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service
• Comfortable working with computers, mobile devices, and tablets
• Ability to pass a drug screen
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)

Airlines are 24 / 7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. The successful PrimeFlight Aviation Services team member brings their "A" game every day with energy and enthusiasm, respect for their team, and the highest regard for safety!

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state / province, and local laws.

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